Group Financial Controller

Acuity Associates; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Global Financial Controller to lead financial operations in a rapidly growing international design and manufacturing business. This pivotal role involves ensuring financial compliance, operational efficiency, and scalable structures to support expansion across the UK, US, and Australia. As a key player, you will oversee statutory reporting, audits, and internal controls, driving financial process improvements and managing multi-currency cash flow. Join a forward-thinking company with ambitious growth plans and be instrumental in preparing for a high-value private equity exit. If you're a technically strong finance leader ready to make an impact, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Strong background in statutory financial reporting and compliance.
• Experience in cash flow, treasury, and FX risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and financial consolidation across multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee statutory accounts preparation and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Statutory financial reporting

Compliance with UK GAAP

IFRS reporting

Cash flow management

Treasury management

Risk management

Financial process improvement

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

Location: Sidcup, UK (3-4 days on site)

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Global Financial Controller (GFC) to lead financial operations at a £50M international design and manufacturing business. With a strong growth trajectory and a planned private equity-backed exit within three years, the company is scaling rapidly across the UK, US, and Australia. This role is critical in ensuring financial compliance, operational efficiency, and a scalable financial structure to support continued expansion. As Global Financial Controller, you will oversee statutory reporting, audit, cash flow, and internal controls, ensuring the business is structured for future investment and a high-value exit.

The Role – Key Responsibilities

1. Lead month-end close & financial consolidation across multiple jurisdictions.
2. Oversee statutory accounts preparation and ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and US/AUS regulations.
3. Strengthen internal financial controls & risk management policies to support the company’s growth.
4. Act as the primary liaison for external auditors across the UK, US, and Australia.
5. Ensure audit readiness & financial due diligence in preparation for the upcoming exit.
6. Drive financial process improvements, ensuring efficient and scalable reporting.
7. Monitor and manage multi-currency cash flow, ensuring financial stability & FX risk management.
8. Optimize treasury processes, including banking relationships, debt financing, and capital allocation.
9. Support financial structuring & due diligence to ensure Kingsway is positioned for a successful exit.
10. Oversee the finance team across UK, US, and Australia, ensuring consistency in reporting & compliance.
11. Lead systems & process upgrades to drive efficiency and improve financial governance.
12. Foster a high-performance finance function, setting KPIs for reporting, controls, and risk management.

What We’re Looking For

1. ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with a strong background in statutory financial reporting & compliance.
2. Experience as a Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Finance Director in an international, mid-sized business (£30M–£100M+).
3. Proven expertise in IFRS reporting, audit, and financial controls.
4. Strong in cash flow, treasury, and FX risk management.
5. Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial sectors (preferred but not essential).
6. Process-driven mindset, with a track record of financial process improvement.
7. Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Why Join?

1. International Scope – Work across UK, US, and Australia in a globally expanding business.
2. Exit Strategy – Be instrumental in scaling the company towards a high-value private equity exit.
3. Strategic Influence – Work alongside the CFO & Executive Leadership Team, driving financial and operational efficiencies.
4. Career Progression – Join an ambitious organization with opportunities for leadership growth.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a technically strong finance leader looking to build a scalable finance function, enhance financial controls, and play a pivotal role in an international growth story.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing, Engineering, and Design

Industries

Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Design Services